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Case Study: How Sam went from a DNF to a 2nd Place Age Group Finish

Posted November 14, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Have you ever been in a rut, not improving and running slower than you used to?

It’s a difficult situation. You want to desperately improve and feel better on your training runs but you’re not sure what to do. …

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19 Tweetable Running Quotes on Motivation, Racing, and Reaching Your Goals

Posted November 10, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Sometimes brevity is best. The most inspiring motivation often comes from a single sentence.

With that in mind, I’ve put together a list of quotes that are sure to inspire you to be the best runner you can be. …

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How to Choose Running Shoes: If the Shoe Doesn’t Fit, Don’t Wear It

Posted November 7, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

How the hell do you choose the right pair of running shoes?

Beginner runners usually have no idea so they head to the specialty running store to get an “expert” evaluation. The specialist will look at the new runner’s …

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Creating the Marathon Mindset: October’s Training Journal

Posted November 3, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

[Reminder: I’m giving away a free month of personalized coaching! If you want in, check out the details here.]

“In football, you might get your bell rung, but you go in with the expectation that you might get

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1-on-1 Coaching – Free for a Month

Posted November 1, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Today I turn 28.

I’m going to do something a little weird on my birthday – I’m going to give one of you a gift. I don’t want anything. I just want to help one of you who …

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When Winning is Losing: Learning From a 1st Place Half-Marathon

Posted October 27, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Winning a half-marathon is usually reserved for the elite. But last Saturday, I won my very first half by over 13 minutes.

On 10/22 I raced the Run for the Hills Half-Marathon in McHenry, IL and finished in 1:15:07…

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Welcome to the NEW Strength Running!

Posted October 25, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Don’t worry; you’re in the right place. Strength Running just got a new design!

After lots of feedback from runners on my insiders list, the final site design is ready to go. What do you think?

A huge …

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Sitting All Day is Bad For You, So What’s a Tired Runner To Do?

Posted October 20, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Every few months there’s a new fitness or health topic that ripples through the tubes of the internet.

Years ago it was the Paleo Diet (which is legit).

Then we all heard about Vitamin D and it’s apparent long …

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Should You Have Sex The Night Before a Race? Fitness Wisdom from “Which Comes First, Cardio or Weights?”

Posted October 17, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Quick note: I’m accepting one more runner into my Full Coaching program. If you’re interested in working with me on a 1-on-1 basis, email me and let’s chat.

I just finished Alex Hutchinson’s book Which Comes First, Cardio or …

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11 Questions Every Runner Should Be Able to Answer. Can You?

Posted October 13, 2011
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Are you growing as a runner, moving closer toward your goals?

Almost everyone thinks they are. But to truly reach your potential, there are certain things about your training you should understand.

When you know as much as possible …

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